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ELIZABETH HUBBLE THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA’S 2014 NANCY BORGMANN DIVERSITY AWARD WINNER
Each year The University of Montana recognizes one faculty member who has made outstanding contributions that support the University's mission on diversity with the Nancy Borgmann Diversity Award, named in honor of a former Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity. The faculty member is chosen based on how the individual has served as an example to others, provided service significantly beyond the normal expectations of his/her position, demonstrated through action the ideals of cultural diversity and furthering unity, helped others gain greater understanding of diversity and multiculturalism, and demonstrated exceptional talents that brought special recognition and pride to The University of Montana. This year Elizabeth Hubble, Women’s and Gender Studies Program Co-Director, was President Royce Engstrom presents Beth Hubble with the Borgmann Diversity Award at Employee awarded the Borgmann Diversity Award! Recognition Day.
“Beth’s days in the office are filled with student interaction. Students from all disciplines look to her for support in their studies, as well as life experiences. Beth is known as a trusted mentor to students who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender. Beth has offered guidance to those who deal with issues related to disability, sexism and racism. Because of Beth’s reputation, the Women’s and Gender Studies office has become a safe space for all of campus. What I find most encouraging is Beth’s unique ability to encourage interactions among all students, regardless of sex or gender, and to draw a diverse group of students to the Women’s and Gender Studies Program.” -Jamie Boschee, WGSS Program Coordinator and Alum
As Co-Director of the Women’s and Gender Studies Program, Dr. Hubble promotes the ideals of diversity in all aspects of her work. Her teaching explores the intersection of gender, race, class, sexualities, and disabilities; she is a regular participant in campus and community forums aimed at promoting understanding between diverse communities (Day of Dialogue; Transgender Day of Recognition); and she is a stalwart ambassador to the Missoula community who showcases the university’s commitment to promoting a diverse campus and community. Beth serves on the YWCA Taskforce on Racial Justice, speaks regularly for the YWCA’s Brown Bag series on diversity, and serves on the Executive Board for Women’s Opportunity and Beth's Hockey Team participated in the Blue Mountain Clinic annual event Off the Rack in 2014 to raise awareness about sexual Resource Development (WORD). Finally, Dr. Hubble and gender diversity and sexual health in our community. was a lead player in the development of PETSA, the cornerstone of UM’s efforts to address sexual violence.
Congratulations and thank you for all that you do, Beth!